Focus on Fort Morgan Employee Newsletter June 2023

fOCUS on FORT MORGAN

June 2023

Runs May 22 - June 20

Submit tracker sheet & wellness log to HR by June 23

EMPLOYEE WELLNESS & GREAT OUTDOORS MONTH

TheMay/JuneWellnesschallengeis“GetOutside”andagreatwaytoimprove bothmentalandphysicalhealth.Studiesshowbeingoutsideinnatureisrelaxing, reducesstress,cortisollevels,muscletensionandheartrates Belowaresome healthbenefitsofgettingbacktonatureandspendingtimeoutside.

BetterBreathing

Airpollutioncantriggerallergies,asthma,andotherrespiratorydiseases;indoor concentrationsofairpollutantsareoftentwotofivetimeshigherthanoutdoor concentrations Spendingtimeinnaturalgreenspacescouldhelploweryourrisk ofrespiratoryconcerns.

ImprovedSleep

Typically,yourbody’sinternalclockfollowsthesun,makingyoufeelawake duringthedaytimeandsleepyatnight Exposingyourselftosunlightcanimprove yoursleepby:

•helpingyoufeelmoretiredatnight

•shorteningthetimeittakestofallasleep

•improvingthequalityofyourrest

ReducedDepressionSymptoms

Sunlightcanoftenhelpeasedepressionsymptomslikelowmoodandfatigue Lighttherapycanhelptreatbothmajordepressionandseasonaldepression Ifyouhaveseasonaldepression,youmaynoticeimprovementafterafewdays. Ifyouhavemajordepression,itmaytakeupto2to5weeksbeforeyounotice improvement

MoreMotivationtoExercise

UPCOMING 5K’S

• Prairie Run/Walk for SARA House – Saturday, June 17th

www.sarahouseco.org/prairierun

• Brush Rush – Saturday, June 24th

www.brushcolo.com

Workingoutingreenspacescouldhelpboostyourmotivationtoexerciseinthe future,inpartbecauseoutdoorexercisecan:offeranicechangeofpacefrom gymsandmakephysicalactivitymoreinterestingandenjoyable,feeleasierand lessstrenuous,peoplewhowalkoutsidetendtoexerciseatagreaterintensity andreportlessexertion.Anyactivitythatgetsyourbodymovinginawaythat’s doableforyou,likegardening,playingwithyourdogatthepark,orwashing yourcar,canoffersomehealthbenefits

MentalRestoration

Thenaturalworldcanofferamentalandemotionalrefugewhenyouneedto unwindandrecharge Innature,soothingattractionsforyoursenses,fromthe perfumeofflowerstothemusicofbirdsong,canholdyourattentionwithout drainingyourmentalenergy.Spendingtimeinnaturecanhelpyoufeelmore relaxedandfocused,especiallywhenyoutakethetimetonoticeyour surroundings

ImprovedEmotionalWell-Being

Outdoortimecandomorethanhelprelieveunwantedorpainfulemotionslike fear,worry,andsadness Itmayalsohelppromoteemotionsyouwanttofeel moreof,likehappiness,peace,andoptimism

"Get Outside Challenge"

JUNE WELLNESS

HIGH PROTEIN OAT WAFFLES

INGREDIENTS:

2/3 cup 4% milk fat small curd cottage cheese

2 large eggs, separated

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon sugar, (optional)

1 cup oat flour, or grind old-fashioned rolled oats in blender

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

June Special Days:

• National Gardening & Exercise Day – June 6th

• Flag Day – June 14th

• Father’s Day – June 18th

• Juneteenth – June 19th

• International Yoga Day –June 21st

WAFFLE TOPPINGS:

Peanut Butter or Nut Butter (melt in microwave 30 seconds so it’s easy to drizzle)

Bananas, berries, or any fruit in season

Pure Maple Syrup

Honey

Whipped Cream

DIRECTIONS:

Blend cottage cheese, egg yolks, vanilla, and sugar in blender.

Add 6 T of water, Oat flour, baking powder, & salt. Blend until mixture is smooth. Transfer to a bowl.

Blend egg whites to soft peaks then fold into batter.

Spray pre-heated waffle iron with oil spray. Pour batter into iron (about ¼ cup).

Due to unforeseen circumstance Ethan and Kevin were tasked operation and maintenance of our Water Treatment facility for a week. When I visited the plant, I noticed both of them staying on tasks with their lab work, maintenance upkeep and making their rounds. There were some equipment malfunctions, water increases as well as a pump failure and both proved they were up for whatever task came their way I was quite impressed as Kevin has only been with us for 4 weeks and Ethan is a C Operator It is nice to see what quality and dedicated employees we have on staff at the Water Treatment facility, Al should be proud how these two employees stepped up without complaining.

Great job Ethan and Kevin.

MATEO SALCIDO

Mateo recently moved from a part time employee to full time and was promoted to 1st Assistant to the Golf Professional at Quail Dunes Golf Course. He started working at the golf course in 2019 when he was 16 years old, as a seasonal Outside Services Attendant and then moved to part time when he graduated from high school in 2021. He is very thankful to have been made a full-time employee as the Assistant Golf Professional. Working at Quail Dunes has helped him become who he is today, and he wakes up every day excited to come to work and help grow the game of golf.

Mateo grew up in Fort Morgan and has lived here all his life except for three years when he lived in California Fort Morgan is a place that he is glad to call home When he is not at work, he spends a lot of time playing golf with his dad and his friends. Golf is a passion for Mateo and always will be. Other than golf, he spends his free time going to concerts and sports games. He is a big fan of the Broncos and the Colorado Avalanche.

MEET OUR NEW EMPLOYEES WELCOME TO

THE CITY!

AMANDA PREISENDORF

Amanda started as a seasonal employee in 2013 as a General Maintenance Worker (GMW) at the Quail Dunes Golf Course and has returned every spring except for one year Last year she became a part time employee, and on May 15 of this year she became a full time GMW. She has enjoyed working at the golf course because of the great atmosphere and “the best supervisors” out there.

Amanda has lived in Fort Morgan her entire life, along with most of her family. When she is not working, she is either spending time with her dog, Myers, or her family She also enjoys horror movies

First Assistant to the Golf Professional, Golf Course

General Maintenance Worker, Golf Course

BUSINESS OF THE MONTH

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING

Kaycee and her team did an amazing job for our window decals at our cafe. Very friendly, professional, and good prices too!

KC'S GRAPHICS

Great customer service. Great job on my project. Highly recommended.

Went to KC graphics to get something ordered and they did an awesome job, thank you!

From the beginning, Kasie George, owner and operator of KC’s Graphics, started supporting others. She has donated her time and talents to such groups as Special Olympics basketball, suicide awareness, the Morgan Community College Gala, Back the Blue and Behind the Badge In fact, Back the Blue committee members said that a special sticker project would not have been possible without the support of Kasie.

KC’s Graphics and Double R Embroidery, in fact, have great respect for the Fort Morgan Police Department and have sponsored Police Appreciation coffee events.

McDonald’s Toyota, another local business, also recognized Kasie with its Good Neighbor Award. Her reputation for the caring of others continues to amaze many.

BUSINESS OF THE MONTH

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING

When other small businesses were in need of a boost but were without a physical location, she sponsored special pop-up events for Discovery Toy and Zazzy’s Café. She continues to take an active role in the Fort Morgan Downtown Business Association with various cooperative projects, including the Trick or Treat Street and Christmas holiday promotion efforts The business is also a Fort Morgan Chamber member KC’s Graphics has been a site for the Elf on a Store Shelf promotion as well as for the community art walk. When a recently married young couple experienced a personal tragedy, Kasie donated funds from the sale of a special t-shirt made in their honor to help offset funeral and hospital expenses. Remember – she has been open less than five years

The Business of the Month recipient has been showered with positive 5-star ratings and accolades for her commitment to customer service and quality product. A few of the comments include:

“Great job on my project. Highly recommended.”

“Kaycee and her team did an amazing job for our window decals at our café Very friendly, professional, and good prices, too!”

“Excellent selection of products to choose from and the work is spot on. My company ’ s work shirts look great! Would recommend KC’s to anyone looking for custom clothing for events or staff of a business.”

KC’s Graphics is relatively new to our downtown area. The business, comprised of Kasie and her 4 employees, opened its doors on October 1, 2019, and just recently completed its first full year of operations last year During that short timeframe, she has already expanded, adding two new printers to her inventory – one used for banners, signs and decals, and the other directto-film printer for shirts. This allows for more colorful options and faster productivity. She has also started displaying printed merchandise at the Brush Emporium.

KC'S GRAPHICS

Each month, the Business of the Month distinction is given to a Fort Morgan business that excels in such areas as pride in their business, top-notch customer service, growth, active involvement in area organizations and programs, and community contributions that assist in creating a better quality of life.

We congratulate Kasie George, along with her 4 employees for the outstanding work and contributions they continue to provide in order to make Fort Morgan a great place to live, work, and enjoy.

JUNE IS LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH

June is recognized as Pride Month in commemoration of its roots in the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. It is a time to celebrate the many contributions made by the LGBTQ+ community to history, socity and cultures around the world

JUNE IS GREAT OUTDOORS

MONTH

June has been celebrated as "Great Outdoors Month" since 2019. This is a great time to get outside and explore our beautiful state of Colorado, which has 42 state parks and 4 national parks!

JUNE 18 IS FATHER'S DAY

Father's Day has been celebrated as a holiday since 1972 It is a special time to recognize fathers around the US and celebrate with family

JUNE 14 IS FLAG DAY

JUNE 19 IS JUNETEENTH

JUNE 21 IS THE SUMMER

SOLSTICE

UPCOMING EVENTS

JUN 1 - PLATTE VALLEY BAND

JUN 8 - SONIC HIGHWAYS

JUN 15 - ERIC GOLDER HONKY TONK

JUN 22 - THUMPIN

JUN 29 - 2MX2

6 - 9 pm

Fieldhouse

Classes:

Prime 45 with Sela: 3-day optionsM/W/F, 5 am, 6 am M/W/Th, 12:15 pm, 5:30 pm

2-day optionsM/Th, 4:30 pm T/Th, 5 am M/W, 7 am

Personal Training with Shawna: cost is $35 00

Kickboxing with Shawna: Tuesday, 7 pm

Mobility with Shawna: Wednesday, 8:30 am

Registrations Open: Swim LessonsContact Fieldhouse for details

Sunshine Crafts - $25, Thursdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am, dates 6/8-7/27

June 15th at 4:00 pm

is the Third Thursday Art Walk

Experience the arts in downtown Fort Morgan at our monthly Third Thursday Art Walk. Enjoy socializing with others from the area while enjoying light refreshments along this self-guided walking tour and open-house event. You might even run into live music and performances along the way.

https://www.facebook.com/fmartwalk

Sunshine Camp - $25, Thursdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am, dates 6/6-7/25

Beginner Archery - $35, ages 8 - 14, M/W 10 am - 11 am, dates 7/3-7/26

Parents Night Out - $10, dates 5/26, 6/30, 7/28, 8/25

Colorado Rapids Game$60 per ticket, date 6/3

UPCOMING EVENTS SeniorCenter

Grillin’ & Chillin’: 06/02/23: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Enjoy a slider or hot dog with grilling on the patio! Featuring refreshments and entertainment with cornhole and horseshoes outside.

Senior Night Out: Coyote’s Southwest Grill: 06/07/23: 4:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.: Bring the crew or go solo and enjoy a night out of town with dinner and good company! This month we head to Coyote’s in Greeley, CO Bus departs from Senior Center at 4:30 p m and should return around 8 p.m. $8 for transportation.

Fresh Connections: 06/08/23: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.: A new class brought to you by Morgan County Extension and Area Agency on Aging! Open to anyone 60 or older. Free opportunity to connect for discussion on nutrition and physical activity education. Join from your own home or come in person to learn about trends, myths & facts and more!

Food Pantry: 06/15/23: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Partnered with Rocky Mountain Food Bank and KATB to bring a mobile food pantry to the Senior Center. Open to all community members Get a box/bag of food for your family! While supplies last, come get your monthly supply!

Candlelight Dinner Theater: CATS: 06/17/23: 10:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.: A special weekend event on Saturday, June 17th Featuring the gorgeous music of Sir Andrew Lloyd Weber, including the hit song Memory, this will be an experience you will never forget! Bus departs from Senior Center at 10:30 a.m. Cost: $60-includes ticket, meal, and transportation.

Meditation with Crystal: 06/19/23: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Come try a new monthly afternoon chair meditation class featured by Crystal’s Eternal Light. Reserve a spot with staff today!

Card Making w/ Cyndi: 06/22/23: 2 p.m. – 4p.m.: Create a unique oneof-a-kind greeting/sentiment card. Supplies provided. Register with staff to reserve your spot today!

June Birthdays’ Party: 6/30/23: 2 p.m.- 4 p.m.: Let staff know if you had a birthday! Come recognize those who celebrated this month with a birthday party! Encouraged to bring family and friends Cake provided!

StoryTime

Tues & Thurs @ 10:00 am

Makerspace Mon, Wed, Fri 3:00 pm - 4:45 pm

Creative ClubSketch Florals 6/6 @ 5:00 pm

Teen Book Club6/8 @ 4:30 pm

Brown BagDisney and the War Effort 6/13 @ 12:00 pm

Teen Night OutFaux Stain Glass / Cupside Down 6/16 @ 4:30 pm

Teen Book Club6/22 @ 4:30 pm